Somersfield Academy News
Somersfield Donates Funds to Citizens Uprooting Racism Bermuda
Somersfield Academy held a school wide grub day on January 17th in recognition of the National Day of Racial Healing to help raise funds for CURB.
M5s ace Individuals & Societies Project
The goal of interdisciplinary learning for Language and Literature and Individuals and Societies is to provide students with opportunities to synthesize concepts, knowledge, and skills on the complex issues of colonization. M5 teachers were excited to share the results.
Get to know Riki Teteina, our new Head of School
Riki Teteina, The Somersfield Academy new Head of School, has arrived in Bermuda. After a busy day of touring the school our Communications Team sat down with him to get to know him a little better. Here are 27 questions we asked to figure out more about Riki.
DP2 Student, Sam Lindo, Accepted to First-choice University
Congratulations to Sam Lindo, who has been unconditionally accepted into his first choice university, Elon University. He will study physics, which is his absolute dream! A very special thanks to Dr. John, who has so inspired Sam and to all those involved in the early Robotics club at Somersfield. He was a part of a group that went to the VEX Robotics World Championship 2019!
DP2 Student, Maya Rajeh, Accepted to First-choice College
Congratulations to Maya Rajeh, who has been unconditionally accepted into her first choice college, Davidson College. She will study psychology, what an amazing psychologist she will be! A very special thanks to Mrs. Young and Mme. Bazin, who wrote amazing references. Maya’s reference reflected all the wonderful leadership roles which she has shown such a strength!
Alumnus Aldon Campbell featured in The Bermudian’s 2022 Rising Stars
Meet Aldon Campbell, one of Bermuda's brightest emerging talents featured in this year's Rising Stars. This exclusive interview highlights Aldon's passion, dedication, and the inspiring journey of a standout Somersfield Alumnus contributing to Bermuda's bright future.
Somersfield Students Raise $600 for Ukraine Aid Efforts
Students at Somersfield Academy raised $600 to support efforts in war-torn Ukraine. The school hosted a student-led bake sale and a friendship bracelet drive. The bracelets were created by students in the Ukrainian flag’s colours of blue and yellow.
Jenni Simpson Receives Royal Recognition
Jenni Simpson, a dedicated volunteer at Somersfield Academy's Duke of Edinburgh Award Centre, has been recognised for her outstanding contributions to Bermuda's youth. For over seven years, she has managed the Bronze Award programme at Somersfield, helping students grow through challenging activities and personal development opportunities outside the classroom.
School’s First IB Class Graduates Next Week
The first International Baccalaureate class at a private school yesterday prepared themselves for their high school graduation. The total of 12 Somersfield Academy pupils – some of whom had been at the Devonshire school since they were aged three – collected their caps and gowns for the groundbreaking graduation next Friday.
Heartbreak and Hope for Students Impacted by Covid-19
Lily Crofts, a student at Somersfield Academy and part of its International Baccalaureate Programme’s inaugural year group, was to have been Belle in the school production of Beauty and the Beast – until Covid-19 forced its cancellation.